Happy Hour at Hollow Nickel
Tucked on Atlantic Avenue a couple of blocks from Barclays Center, Hollow Nickel is the kind of candle-lit, slightly dive-y neighborhood bar Boerum Hill regulars keep coming back to. It has been pouring since 2012, with knowledgeable bartenders, a solid whiskey and cocktail list, and a rustic, comfortable feel.
Come for the smash burger and crispy fried pickles, stay for the spacious backyard patio out back. It’s equally good for a solo drink at the bar or a low-key group night before or after a show at BAM or Barclays.
The Happy Hour
The happy hour deal here is the schedule itself: it lands every day of the week from open until 7pm, covering well drinks and the wider bar selection. Pair it with wings or the fried pickles from the kitchen. Exact happy hour pricing isn’t posted publicly, so it’s worth confirming the specials when you sit down.
The Room
A cozy, rustic room lit by candles with a well-stocked bar, plus a roomy backyard patio that’s a genuine draw in warm weather.
Who Hollow Nickel Is For
| Occasion | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| Casual drinks | A relaxed, unpretentious bar with friendly bartenders and a daily happy hour makes it an easy choice for an after-work pint. |
| Pre-event | Just two blocks from Barclays Center and across from Roulette, it’s a natural warm-up or wind-down spot on game and show nights. |
| Solo visit | The welcoming bar and dive-ish charm make posting up alone with a whiskey feel completely comfortable. |
| Warm-weather hang | The backyard patio turns a quick drink into a lingering afternoon once the weather cooperates. |
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Hollow Nickel FAQ
Does Hollow Nickel have a happy hour?
Yes. Hollow Nickel runs happy hour seven days a week, from open until 7pm, with deals on well drinks and the bar’s wider selection.
Where is Hollow Nickel?
It’s at 494 Atlantic Avenue in Boerum Hill, Brooklyn, about two blocks from the Atlantic Av-Barclays Center subway station.
Does Hollow Nickel have outdoor seating?
Yes. There’s a spacious backyard patio behind the bar, a popular draw in warmer months.
What is Hollow Nickel known for?
It’s a cozy, candle-lit neighborhood bar known for its smash burger, crispy fried pickles, solid drink list, and that back patio.
Happy hour times and deals last verified June 2026. Details can change — confirm with Hollow Nickel before visiting for a specific deal.